Los Angeles Kings vs. Nashville Predators Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/31/2024]

NHL action continues on Wednesday at 7:30PM ET as the Los Angeles Kings square off with the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena.

Dimers.com's full betting preview for Wednesday's Kings vs. Predators matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Kings vs. Predators Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used innovative machine learning and statistics to simulate the result of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Kings and Predators 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL predictions.

Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Kings a 53% chance of beating the Predators.

According to our model, the Predators (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal Over/Under has a 51% chance of going under.

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Kings vs. Predators Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Kings	Predators
Puck Line	-1.5 (+202)	+1.5 (-245)
Moneyline	-115	+100
Total	o6 (-105)	u6 (-115)

• The Predators are listed as +1.5 underdogs versus the Kings, with -245 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the favored Kings (-1.5) to cover the puck line, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at +202.
• BetMGM Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Predators at +100, which means you can risk $100 to win $100 for a total payout of $200 if they get the W.
• FanDuel currently has the best moneyline odds for the Kings at -115, where you can risk $115 to win $100 for a total payout of $215 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under sits at 6 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -105, as well as the best odds for the Under at -115.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out the sports betting sites you can bet with in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Kings vs. Predators Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have found the best betting picks to make on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Kings -1.5	+202
Moneyline	Kings	-115
Total	Over 6	-105

Although the Predators are more likely to cover the puck line, our best bet of Kings -1.5 is based on the expectation of that happening, when compared to the best odds available.

Furthermore, despite the Under being more likely to hit on this occasion, Over 6 is our best bet owing to the better odds (-105) that are available from BetMGM.

Our NHL best bets are based on detailed modeling and gambling expertise to serve you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Kings vs. Predators Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Kings vs. Predators?

According to our model, Nashville's Filip Forsberg is most likely to score the first goal in Kings vs. Predators.

Our projections give Forsberg an 8.3% chance of scoring the first goal at Bridgestone Arena, while the Predators star is a 38.1% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Los Angeles Kings

Player	First Goal Probability
Adrian Kempe	7.6%
Trevor Moore	5.6%
Kevin Fiala	5.1%
Quinton Byfield	5.1%
Anze Kopitar	4.8%

Nashville Predators

Player	First Goal Probability
Filip Forsberg	8.3%
Ryan O'Reilly	4.7%
Gustav Nyquist	4.5%
Roman Josi	3.6%
Colton Sissons	3.5%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Los Angeles Kings

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Adrian Kempe	37.0%
Kevin Fiala	29.6%
Trevor Moore	29.5%
Anze Kopitar	24.5%
Quinton Byfield	23.0%

Nashville Predators

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Filip Forsberg	38.1%
Gustav Nyquist	25.0%
Ryan O'Reilly	24.3%
Roman Josi	20.4%
Luke Evangelista	20.0%
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for any changes to our betting insights before the Kings vs. Predators on Wednesday January 31, 2024.

Kings vs. Predators Game Information

Wednesday's game between the Predators and Kings at Bridgestone Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:30PM ET.

• Who: Los Angeles Kings vs. Nashville Predators
• Date: Wednesday January 31, 2024
• Time: 7:30PM ET / 4:30PM PT
• Venue: Bridgestone Arena

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Conclusion

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